South Coast Beaches & Whale Watching
Sun, sand and blue whales along Sri Lanka's golden south coast. Laze on the beaches of Bentota and Mirissa, wander the ramparts of colonial Galle Fort, and head offshore in search of the world's largest animal.
- Blue and sperm whale watching off Mirissa
- Historic Galle Fort at sunset
- Golden beaches at Bentota and Mirissa
- Optional surfing and river safari
Day by day
- Day 1Overnight in Bentota
Colombo Airport (CMB)
We meet you at the airport and drive down the coast to Bentota, a wide golden beach at the mouth of the Bentota river, with an optional Madu River boat safari through the mangroves.
- Day 2Overnight in Galle
Bentota → Galle Fort
A morning on Bentota beach, then south to Galle to explore the ramparts, Dutch churches and cobbled lanes of the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, best at golden hour.
- Day 3Overnight in Mirissa
Galle
We continue along the coast to Mirissa, settling into its palm-fringed bay with time to swim and watch the sunset from the sand.
- Day 4Overnight in Mirissa
Coconut Tree Hill
An early boat trip offshore in search of blue whales and spinner dolphins, then a lazy afternoon on the beach and the walk up to Coconut Tree Hill for photos.
- Day 5Overnight in Colombo
Colombo Airport (CMB)
A final coastal drive back to Colombo for your onward transfer or airport drop-off.
What's included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole trip
- Experienced English-speaking driver-guide
- Fuel, expressway tolls and parking
- Driver's meals and accommodation
- Bottled water and pick-up / drop-off
Not included
- Hotels and your own meals
- National park entrance fees and safari jeep hire
- Entrance tickets to sites
- Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
Best months
Not per person · car, fuel and tolls included
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